you do realise if your old you wont be a long time right?

[thaibeachlovers]

12 hours ago, seedy said:

Got married, got greedy, wasted a lot of time and money on that <deleted>

That must be the biggest men's club in the world.

I wish someone had told me before I succumbed, but I didn't even find the divorce sub forum on TVF till after I was divorced.

[Nickelbeer]

I was harassed into retiring one year early. I hated my boss for that, but after six years of retirement in Thailand, I realize that he did me a favor.

[seedy]

1 hour ago, Headgame said:

 or checking what day is tomorrow.

That is when I am going to die - tomorrow

Never today !!!

[Postmaster]

Rampant Rabbit.  No kids ?  You are not a Rampant Rabbit !

[Tony125]

On 9/22/2021 at 1:42 PM, georgegeorgia said:

sounds like a fantastic life with little to no regrets,well done !

Just looking at your post again after having a friend 71 years old just passed away last week with over 40+ years on the job. Died of Covid  alone at home. No wife, kids never got chance  to retire. Week before him a woman co-worker 71 passed after retiring 3 years ago.  Have another co-worker  owns 17 apartments (that he rents out) his own home, SUV, boat, 70---71 and still working. No wife/kids ,has 5 million US in bank. Some guys keep working as they need to feel productive or their co-workers are the only friends they have to talk to so go to work just to have some kind of social life. Shame really.

Edited February 15, 2022 by Tony125

[Tony125]

On 9/22/2021 at 2:56 PM, georgegeorgia said:

you live in thailand i know,im not sure where ,i think you said pattaya? why not go to the gym?

ThaiBeachlovers  lives in New Zealand

[GammaGlobulin]

Actually, an important topic.

 

When I was 18, I thought I would not live to see the turn of the century in 2000.

 

When I was 60, I thought I would not be able to hang a wet towel from my erection in the mornings.

 

Both of the above should not have been a worry for me.

 

Now that I am older, I am still not yet old enough to write my will.

 

Randy Newman is now 78, and he will always be randy.

 

The older we become, the more invisible we may be.....

 

 

 

Sorry...

What was the topic, again?

[GammaGlobulin]

Or, on the other hand....

 

A unique perspective from some guy up in Canada:

 

 

 

[GammaGlobulin]

Sometimes I worry that Earth's moon will escape its orbit before I die.

 

If this should happen, before I die, then.....

 

Earth will become completely destabilized.

 

The crops will fail.

Humans will collectively fall into a long-lasting state of depression.

 

As we know, the moon is moving away from Earth at the rate of about 3.8 cm per year.

 

Still, maybe, if we are lucky.....

 

Elon Musk will find a way to tie the Moon to Earth, forever, using some sort of tether.

 

Still, I just wish this were not necessary.

 

 

 

 

[BritManToo]

On 9/23/2021 at 2:46 PM, khunPer said:

Moderate daily drinking - i.e. not more than two a day - is actually healthy for elder people, according to science.

I'm going with the science ........ two beers are enough ...........

 

[spidermike007]

In order to bring some perspective to this topic, I use months now, and not years. So, I am thinking something like 250 or 300 months to go. That means I do not have time for silly things like social media, following celebrities, watching reality TV or Marvel films, waiting on lines, unworthy people, checking things out because they are popular, etc. It is not about being morbid, but rather about cherishing the remaining time, and being sure not to waste it on nonsense. 

[GammaGlobulin]

Would you trade positions with a tree, if you could live until the end of Human history?

 

We do know, down deep, that the odds are very much against seeing Human life persist for another few years....right?

 

Here is a tree which has lived a long time.

 

Would you trade places with a tree, in order to live a long time, if this also meant that you would never walk again, after having your feet turned into roots?

 

Sometimes, questions such as these seem so fruitless to consider.

 

[rott]

On 9/22/2021 at 2:36 PM, thaibeachlovers said:

LOL that's young! Wait another 10 years and you'll be lucky to be able to cut your own toenails.

So I'm not the only one then.? Must do them now before I forget again. 

[BritManToo]

On 9/22/2021 at 1:10 PM, georgegeorgia said:

the thing is,are you aware you will probaly die between 78 & 83yo?

My parents died before age 70, and I'm 66 .......... winter is coming.

[rott]

On 9/23/2021 at 2:46 PM, khunPer said:

Moderate daily drinking - i.e. not more than two a day - is actually healthy for elder people, according to science. It seems that a small amount alcohol in itself is healthy, however often red wine is mentioned, but also beer is considered healthy, as beer contains lots of vitamins and minerals...????

 

Before you jump too high, and can't get your arms down again, it's moderate small amounts that the scientists are talking about, double amount is not double as good, so it's not a six-pack or several a day...????

Yes but two what.? 

Two pints of 4% English bitter.? Two x 620 ml 5% Leo.? 

Two 175 ml glasses of 14% red wine.? 

Two double scotch.? 

 

Is it acceptable to have 4 x 620 ml Leo every other day.? 

 

So many questions. 

 

And one more, why does the thread heading contain incorrect spelling and grammar. Apologies if he's not NES. But this is an English language forum, is the idea then to perpetuate semi-literacy.? 

Edited February 17, 2022 by rott

[scubascuba3]

It's very easy to form a habit with alcohol, starts off with 1 a day then 2 a day then can easily keeping going, personally i restrict it to drinking once or twice a week, or even not at all. I know a few alcoholics they all get themselves into holes

Edited February 17, 2022 by scubascuba3

[Hummin]

1 hour ago, spidermike007 said:

In order to bring some perspective to this topic, I use months now, and not years. So, I am thinking something like 250 or 300 months to go. That means I do not have time for silly things like social media, following celebrities, watching reality TV or Marvel films, waiting on lines, unworthy people, checking things out because they are popular, etc. It is not about being morbid, but rather about cherishing the remaining time, and being sure not to waste it on nonsense. 

When nonsense become entertainment, you know you are on the path to a slow suicide.

 

For the guy who died resting at work, do you think he regret? Thats the good thing avout beeing dead, you are dead, and in that moment, there is no more regret, and it last forever. 
 

Dreams is what make people live a good life, no matter of you are carrying them all out or not. It is all about paving the road as you walk. Brick by brick and enjoy the moment. Easy to say,,,,, still somebody have to do the dirty work. 

 

 

[rott]

4 hours ago, scubascuba3 said:

It's very easy to form a habit with alcohol, starts off with 1 a day then 2 a day then can easily keeping going, personally i restrict it to drinking once or twice a week, or even not at all. I know a few alcoholics they all get themselves into holes

Alcoholism is not a joke and alcoholics can be a real pain. A lady I lived with long ago used to be a problem and as we were only 30 it never occurred to me that she could be alcoholic. I thought she was just being stupid and immature Later two mates I had developed the problem, destroying their lives and dying before their time. 

I no longer have the capacity or the desire to drink enough to damage my health. 

I sympathise with those who are affected,l. 

[thaibeachlovers]

On 9/22/2021 at 8:14 PM, Antonymous said:

For many people that don't have sufficient savings or a pension lined up, there simply isn't a choice and they must continue earning a living through their labour.

Where I've lived I've noticed a number of young to middle aged adults that either don't work at all, or work sporadically. I have no idea where they get money from, but obviously do. Mostly fit into a pattern- tattooed, use drugs, have no manners, shout a lot, engage in antisocial activities such as playing that heavy bass <deleted> that they invariably like as loudly as possible or litter, drink a LOT of alcohol, and apparently have no initiative or skills.

[thaibeachlovers]

On 2/16/2022 at 5:10 AM, Tony125 said:

Just looking at your post again after having a friend 71 years old just passed away last week with over 40+ years on the job. Died of Covid  alone at home. No wife, kids never got chance  to retire. Week before him a woman co-worker 71 passed after retiring 3 years ago.  Have another co-worker  owns 17 apartments (that he rents out) his own home, SUV, boat, 70---71 and still working. No wife/kids ,has 5 million US in bank. Some guys keep working as they need to feel productive or their co-workers are the only friends they have to talk to so go to work just to have some kind of social life. Shame really.

I'll die alone, unless I get to call an ambulance first in which case I'll die surrounded by people that I don't know. Doesn't bother me greatly.

I doubt I'll leave too much money behind me, but those that have to dispose of my possessions will not thank me, as they are many, but usually of little value of a financial nature.

[ChrisP24]

The actuarial tables say that I'm going to live for another 34 years.  So I'm not going to worr.... Ack!,, Ack!  Arrrggghhhhh.........

[Tony125]

7 hours ago, thaibeachlovers said:

I'll die alone, unless I get to call an ambulance first in which case I'll die surrounded by people that I don't know. Doesn't bother me greatly.

I doubt I'll leave too much money behind me, but those that have to dispose of my possessions will not thank me, as they are many, but usually of little value of a financial nature.

You are missing my point.  In many cases there was no need to die so early except these people did not have a wife, kids, family, friends that lived with them or in contact with  regularly. Even Bob Segat died from injuries sustained in a fall as he lived alone. My co-worker if he had wife, kids, friends around they could have taken him to a hospital. These are lifestyle choices that you and they made not to have wife, gf, kids , friends. When I sufered a heart attack 8 years ago by getting out of shape/fat my wife called next door Thai neighbor  to get me into car ( if I had waited for an ambulance I would have been dead on arrival)  Before I retired here I saw either younger brothers, daughter, cousins, friends every day or could call one of them and they would be at my house in mins.   No need to be in a situation where  I could not get immediate help.  People make choices wether to cultivate a social network , pick a good partner, have kids ,friends that help you in your later years.

[thaibeachlovers]

9 hours ago, Tony125 said:

You are missing my point.  In many cases there was no need to die so early except these people did not have a wife, kids, family, friends that lived with them or in contact with  regularly. Even Bob Segat died from injuries sustained in a fall as he lived alone. My co-worker if he had wife, kids, friends around they could have taken him to a hospital. These are lifestyle choices that you and they made not to have wife, gf, kids , friends. When I sufered a heart attack 8 years ago by getting out of shape/fat my wife called next door Thai neighbor  to get me into car ( if I had waited for an ambulance I would have been dead on arrival)  Before I retired here I saw either younger brothers, daughter, cousins, friends every day or could call one of them and they would be at my house in mins.   No need to be in a situation where  I could not get immediate help.  People make choices wether to cultivate a social network , pick a good partner, have kids ,friends that help you in your later years.

People die when they die. Makes no difference to the deceased. Only the living grieve.

[BritManToo]

17 hours ago, thaibeachlovers said:

Where I've lived I've noticed a number of young to middle aged adults that either don't work at all, or work sporadically. I have no idea where they get money from, but obviously do. Mostly fit into a pattern- tattooed, use drugs, have no manners, shout a lot, engage in antisocial activities such as playing that heavy bass <deleted> that they invariably like as loudly as possible or litter, drink a LOT of alcohol, and apparently have no initiative or skills.

Sounds great!

[thaibeachlovers]

Just now, BritManToo said:

Sounds great!

Only if one wants to be an antisocial thug.

[EVENKEEL]

On 2/16/2022 at 6:21 PM, scubascuba3 said:

It's very easy to form a habit with alcohol, starts off with 1 a day then 2 a day then can easily keeping going, personally i restrict it to drinking once or twice a week, or even not at all. I know a few alcoholics they all get themselves into holes

But when you drink, how much do you drink? I don't like restricting myself to days per week, I'd rather enjoy a few, not more than 4 small beers everyday. I don't live in Patts but like to ride into town sometimes and have some beers here and there in the daytime. I can see how easy it would be to perhaps start drinking too much with all the beer bars you have.

[scubascuba3]

11 hours ago, EVENKEEL said:

But when you drink, how much do you drink? I don't like restricting myself to days per week, I'd rather enjoy a few, not more than 4 small beers everyday. I don't live in Patts but like to ride into town sometimes and have some beers here and there in the daytime. I can see how easy it would be to perhaps start drinking too much with all the beer bars you have.

I remember a specialist doctor on television say people should have breaks, 1 day a week, 1 week a month, 1 month a year etc etc, need to give your liver a break.

 

Personally i only have 3 large ones max, more often just 1 but usually only drink 1-2 times a week

[bunnydrops]

A friend of mine 35, died last year. He was feeling a little poorly and someone noticed that the whites of his eyes looked a bit yellow. Went to the doc for some tests. When the tests came in he was told he had 10 days to a month to live. Liver cancer. 

He died bravely. I still can't imagine what it must be like to know for sure you only have days left. Knowing you won't have to turn another calendar page. What to do with those last days. Most of us will "live forever" until we die. Count your blessings.

[thaibeachlovers]

1 hour ago, bunnydrops said:

A friend of mine 35, died last year. He was feeling a little poorly and someone noticed that the whites of his eyes looked a bit yellow. Went to the doc for some tests. When the tests came in he was told he had 10 days to a month to live. Liver cancer. 

He died bravely. I still can't imagine what it must be like to know for sure you only have days left. Knowing you won't have to turn another calendar page. What to do with those last days. Most of us will "live forever" until we die. Count your blessings.

I'd do my best to spend all my money having a good time. Can't buy anything when you're dead.

[audaciousnomad]

We are all on borrowed time....so make sure you've done most of your (definition of) living before the earth reclaims you. ????